What is the difference between a dash cam and a 360-degree panoramic system?
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The differences between a dash cam and a 360-degree panoramic system are as follows: Different functions: The 360-degree panoramic system has three trigger signals - reverse, left turn, and right turn signal lines, enabling forced activation to display corresponding views. It elevates driving, parking, and reversing safety to the highest level, helping prevent accidents. It can deter fraudulent claims, assist novice drivers in parking, and provide 24/7 omnidirectional monitoring. In contrast, a regular dash cam only records footage after an accident occurs. Different monitoring durations: The 360-degree panoramic recorder is directly powered by the car battery, allowing continuous operation even after the engine is turned off, enabling 24-hour recording of post-parking situations. Although some dash cams with built-in batteries also have parking recording functions, their duration is limited by battery capacity, typically recording for a maximum of 1-2 hours. Different viewing angles: The 360-degree panoramic recorder features four cameras that simultaneously record the vehicle's front, rear, left, and right sides, with seamless stitching of the four views. Dash cams are usually mounted on the front windshield, mostly with a single camera, though some models have front and rear cameras, offering fewer viewing angles.
I think dash cams and 360-degree cameras are two completely different things. Dash cams are mainly used to record road conditions while driving, such as capturing evidence in case of accidents or fraud attempts. Most of them only record the front view of the vehicle, are easy to install, and can be set up by yourself—just plug them into the cigarette lighter or USB port to start. On the other hand, 360-degree cameras are more like aids for parking. They have cameras mounted around the car, stitching the views into a full surround image displayed on the screen in real time, helping you reverse or avoid blind spots to prevent scratches. While driving, the dash cam records silently, whereas the 360-degree camera only works at low speeds, making it especially useful for beginners in crowded cities. However, 360-degree cameras are more complicated to install and can cost several times more. Since I drive a lot, a dash cam is sufficient for me; but if parking in the city is a challenge, a 360-degree camera is worth the investment.
